8 August 2009

Whats in this Issue

• The Man in Your Life - Dad's Makeover
• Spring - Sheer Delight
• Contemporary Women 14+
• Bargain Hunter 

Welcome to our newsletter!

With Father's Day fast approaching are you thinking it's time to indulge the man in your life with a little pampering. Chances are he's too busy working to spend time on how he looks. Why not surprise him with a style makeover so he can look great. 

Us girls though busy multi tasking do indulge ourselves just a little. whether a luxurious bath, a new lipstick or a must have item. Spare a thought for Dad who feels any extra time spent on his grooming is total decadence.

The Man in Your Life - Dad's Makeover 

Forget the socks and jocks this Fathers Day, give him a gift that will last forever.

Colour Reinvention - Make him feel more alive 
Did you know that most men are colour blind and can't differentiate between certain colours. No wonder they have trouble getting dressed. Give him a Colour Reinvention with all the rules to follow so he can pick his own clothes. My OH although colour blind can choose his own clothes with his own colour palette designed just for him. I know when he shops for clothes they will always be fabulous. To learn more robin@definingstyle.com.au

Style Makeover - Dressing is EASY, it's looking good thats HARD
Is your man constantly dragging out his old faithful clothes that are full of holes and splits. Invest in a style makeover so that he will know what style looks great on him. Buy him a beautiful striped shirt from Nautica or Gaz Man that while very stylish is also slimming. 

Your Perfect Wardrobe - A Source of Inspiration
Is your man's wardrobe overflowing with clothes that have seen better days. A Wardrobe Workout willl clear out his clutter and create new outfits within his existing wardrobe. A man's wardrobe should consist of

• Tailored Jacket and slacks that tone in colour
• Classic fine wool jumper (think Sportscraft)
• Well cut jeans (Try Country Road)
• Stylish long sleeve shirts (plains, checks and stripes)
• Polo shirts in great colours
• Tailored shorts that are not too short or too long
• Well polished shoes and well kept belts

Your Personal Shopper - Let me do the hard work for you
When shopping always start with a plan, a list of what you need (where there are gaps in your wardrobe) and a budget. Never be talked into a purchase by a sales assistant if you don't look fab when you try it on. Call Robin on 0419468272 for expert help.

Spring Sheer Delight 

Australian fashions for spring are following the New York and Paris trends of sheers fabrics - from gossamer silks to gauzy laces. While many are lined, other require gorgeous underwear so they don't appear entirely see through. 

Beautiful dresses, blouses, tops and skirts abound in softest colours and perennial black. 

Try a peek-a-boo sheer sleeve, an unlined neckline or shoulder. Accessories also star in scarves in beautiful varying tones of colour and delicate sequins. Discover your summer sheers at Witchery, Sportsgirl, David Jones or Myer.

Contemporary Women 14 +

I'm often asked if I know any places to buy stylish clothes in 14+. It is difficult as designers seem to make styles that are not flattering for the larger figure eg. round necks, large prints, frills and flounces. Here are a few suggestions.

The Back Room Designer Outlet - Petersham
If you're looking for shopping with a difference explore this new concept in wholesale fashion. They have 'Smooth' in sizes 14-26 and 'Art Garb' shirts in sizes 8-22. Hidden behind an 1890's butcher' shopfront you will also find New Zealand designer samples, Australian designed sleepwear and gorgeous accessories. 9564 6036

Dolina on Fovo - Surry Hills
Stocks sizes from 14-24 including Free Woman, Mirrors, Susan Blake, Peer Gynt and Dossier. 9281 8828

For more details on how to dress for your body shape call Robin on 0419468272.

Bargain Hunter 

Vintage flirty slips, camisoles and knickers, silk velvet coats and silk jersey tops - Mrs Press Dressing Room, Darlinghurst 9331 7732 until sold out.

Up to 50% off smart casual French women's jackets, dresses, tailored Italian cotton shirts with French cuffs (men and women) and cotton polos (men and women). Robert Burton, Woollahra. 9363 9848 until August 30. Up to 80% off Italian winter range of clothing and fashion for girls and guys - Outlet Magazzini Italia, Leichhardt 9564 3009 till 31 August. 

For more bargains call Robin on 0419468272.

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Cheers

"Like most men I have total ignorance regarding style, colours and grooming. However in only two consultations, Robin gave me a personal fit for my industry and profile"!

Mark Creighton
Finance to Go